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FV12 HZJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

177,133 mi
Last recorded177,133 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 HZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 177,133 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 176,994 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Marker (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2017 174,240 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 174,200 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 155,706 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 118,305 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 118,241 miles

engine warning lights on

rear brake discs slightly corroded

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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FV12 HZJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 97,978 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV12 HZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FV12 HZJ registered?

FV12 HZJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 April 2012.

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